Hashed Directory Hierarchy for File System Performance
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current file systems face performance degradation when storing large numbers of files, as the architecture can lead to issues such as time-consuming and limited access to files, especially when a large number of files are stored in one directory, requiring resource-intensive solutions like folder management and defragmentation to maintain performance.
Innovation Solution
A method that generates a hashed identifier for each content item request, using information like date, time, IP address, and random number counts to create a hierarchy of containers, allowing content items to be automatically stored in a randomized and equitable manner throughout the directory structure, avoiding the need for folder limits and resource-heavy monitoring.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a large number of files are stored in a single directory, then the storage capacity is increased, but the file system performance deteriorates and access time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent divides the single directory into multiple subdirectories organized in a hierarchical structure. When files are stored, they are automatically distributed across these subdirectories based on hashing algorithms, preventing any single directory from becoming overloaded and maintaining optimal file system performance while enabling storage of large numbers of files.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a flat single-directory structure to a multi-dimensional hierarchical directory structure with multiple levels and subdirectories. This dimensional expansion allows files to be distributed across multiple paths and levels, improving both storage capacity and access efficiency simultaneously.
2Productivity
If manual folder management and defragmentation are implemented to maintain performance, then file system performance is maintained, but resource consumption and system complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements automatic file distribution mechanisms that self-regulate directory contents without requiring manual intervention. The system automatically monitors directory file counts and redistributes files as needed, eliminating the need for manual folder management, defragmentation operations, and associated resource consumption.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent establishes predetermined rules and thresholds for file distribution before problems occur. When directories approach capacity limits or performance degradation thresholds, the system proactively redistributes files according to predefined criteria, preventing performance issues before they arise rather than requiring reactive management.
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AI summary
An apparatus for dispersing content may include a processor. The processor may be configured to receive a request associated with a content item and generate a hashed identifier based at least in part on the request associated with the content item. The processor may further be configured to generate a respective container within a hierarchy of one or more containers based at least in part on the hashed identifier and store the content item in one of the one or more containers based at least in part on the hashed identifier. Associated methods and computer program products may also be provided.